Scott Franklin

U.S. Congressman Scott Franklin (FL-18) issued a statement following the Senate's failure to progress with H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, leading to a government shutdown starting October 1, 2025. Franklin criticized Senate Democrats for blocking what he called a "clean continuing resolution" that would have maintained government operations.

He stated, "This shutdown was entirely avoidable," expressing concerns over the impact on military families and those reliant on government services. Franklin characterized the Senate Democrats' actions as prioritizing political agendas over the American people's needs, suggesting they opted for a "wasteful wish list" instead of a responsible budget.